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General Description Smiths Property Experts offer to the market, with no upward chain, this charming cottage, occupying an impressive plot extending to approximately 1/5th of an acre with generous gardens, a private driveway, and excellent outbuildings.
Situated in a central position in the village of Sutton Bonington, the cottage is presented in liveable condition.
It represents an excellent opportunity for an eventual purchaser to acquire a lovely home with the ability to modernise, add value, and finish to their tastes.
The Property The cottage is of Georgian period and benefits from all mains service connections, most of the windows are UPVC double-glazed, and a recently upgraded boiler.
Boasting a wealth of period charm and character throughout, including original hardwood beams, the property comprises accommodation laid across two floors and extending to approximately 1,126 square feet.
There are two main reception rooms currently in use as a dining room and a sitting room, a central hall with a family bathroom, and a kitchen/breakfast room with direct garden access downstairs.
Upstairs are three good-sized double bedrooms accessible from a generous landing (with room for an additional bathroom should the eventual purchaser wish).
The Outside Positioned back from the Main Street in the heart of the village, the cottage forms part of an attractive street scene.
There is a private driveway with off-road parking for numerous vehicles, and generous gardens with a private aspect. There are three main lawned areas with various paths and a seating terrace.
The garden also has an original well, mature green borders, and a well-stocked variety of shrubs.
To the rear of the plot is a substantial brick-built detached outbuilding extending to approximately 481 square feet, currently in use as a garage and workshop with a gardener’s WC.
The outbuildings would make a fantastic studio, annexe accommodation, or smart garaging (STP). The Location The property is situated in the heart of this pretty and sought-after village.
Within a short walk of the property is an excellent primary school, a choice of public houses, as well as a post office and village shop.
The larger village of East Leake is close by and provides a full host of amenities.
There is easy access to Nottingham, Derby, and Loughborough, as well as East Midlands Airport and Parkway Railway Station with direct links to London St Pancras.
The University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington campus is within walking distance. Property Information EPC Rating: D. Tenure: Freehold. Council Tax Band: C. Local Authority: Rushcliffe Borough Council.
Important Information Every care has been taken with the preparation of these Sales Particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. In all cases, buyers should verify matters for themselves.
Where property alterations have been undertaken buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained. These particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract.
All measurements should be treated as approximate and for general guidance only.
Photographs are provided for general information, and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. Plans are provided for general guidance and are not to scale.
Any outline plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and are provided for reference only.
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